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Picnic on the beach BB98_02415
KENNACK SANDS, St Keverne, Cornwall. A group having a picnic on the beach at Kennack. Photographed by Alfred Newton and Son between 1896 and 1914. Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places. © Historic England
Media ID 5529207
Filename: BB98_02415.jpg
Size: 5149 x 3687 (12.0MB)
Date: 23rd September 2011
Source: Historic England
Credit: Historic England Archive
Copyright Status: Copyrighted Work
Source: English Heritage Images
Owner URL: www.englishheritageimages.com
Beach Coast Leisure People Recreation
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This charming photograph, titled "Picnic on the Beach at Kennack Sands," captures a delightful moment in time, taken between 1896 and 1914 by the renowned photographers Alfred Newton and Son. The image transports us to the picturesque coastal town of St Keverne in Cornwall, where a group of people are enjoying a sunny day at the beach. The scene is filled with the essence of relaxation and leisure. The sand is dotted with colorful blankets and parasols, providing shelter from the sun for the picnickers. Children play in the shallow waters, their laughter echoing through the air as they build sandcastles and collect seashells. Adults lounge on the sand, engaged in animated conversations or simply enjoying the tranquility of the moment. The coastline stretches out behind them, with the clear blue waters of the English Channel gently lapping at the shore. The sky above is a brilliant expanse of azure, dotted with fluffy white clouds. The overall atmosphere is one of carefree joy and relaxation, a testament to the enduring appeal of the beach as a place for recreation and connection with nature. Alfred Newton and Son, renowned for their skill in capturing the beauty and essence of their subjects, have managed to immortalize this moment in time. The photograph is a precious reminder of the simple pleasures of a day at the beach, a tradition that continues to be cherished by generations.
